New Balance goes eXtreme with new model

Extreme sports are not limited to the skies any longer. No more death-defying jumps from airplanes or rock walls.

No more flipping backwards on our motorcycles at 60 miles per hour.

No, now we have an extreme sport that keeps both feet on the ground … most of the time.

Extreme trailing, which has been catching on in the running community nationwide, combines running
and trail hiking. Not only does it offer an excellent form of
exercise, it challenges runners to push their limits like never before.

Participating in this type of leisure sport requires the right equipment. The New Balance shoe company, known for its top-tier running shoes, has just released the MT/WT840 – a durable and versatile trail shoe offering outstanding performance for the dedicated extreme terrain runner.

The 840, which retails for $80, was inspired by the sport of fell running, and features shock-absorbing cushioning in the heel and forefoot for exceptional shock absorption. It also has an aggressively lugged outsole with a combination of sticky and solid rubber for maximum traction on uneven terrain.

Weighing only 8.5 ounces, the support system of the 840 offers enhanced mid-foot support and structure while a seamless internal upper Phantom Liner works to reduce irritations and abrasions. The shoe is extremely comfortable, whether walking or running for hours at a time.

Sporting a sharp outer design, a rubber outsole in the heel adds to medial and lateral support and durability.

This unique combination of technologies, constructions, upper materials, and cosmetics ensure a more lightweight and responsive ride that appeals to both true trail runners and those who are slightly less adventurous.